We had our end of year PD. Typically, these meetings bore me and don’t touch on things that are super applicable. But we had some presenters from our district come to teach us about different AI technologies that can be helpful for creating materials or assigning work. They discussed Kami, Canva, and School AI. I had never used any of these things other than Canva. But I was unaware of the super cool AI features that Canva has. So now I’m curious, has anyone used any of these? Do you like them?

If I didn’t go to a top tier school, should I just forget about applying for AUSA positions at SDNY and EDNY?

Moving to NYC with my girlfriend. We are 26. Budget is 4K-4500 for a 1br in a luxury building. What neighborhoods should we be targeting? More so foodies than bar people. Quieter probably preferred.

Hi All! What does that mean when hiring manager responds back on follow-up email, saying “I’ll keep you posted on the next steps”Are they still considering or is it just a new way of rejection?waiting is so painful. :(

Anyone ever read "How to Win Friends and Influence People." Is it worth reading ? Also, any other recommendations for business related reading !?

Not motivated to go out on the weekends because travel has you feeling all type of ways

So i have been fortunate that i have managed to go through my career without the need for a degree. I was lucky enough to have been hired by one of the worlds top consulting firms, worked with a whole lot of big clients and travelled a lot. It's gotten to the point where I am not even asked about the lack of a degree on my resume. Personally though, it bothers me. I have a whole bunch of certifications in my industry…but just no formal degree. (cont'd)

Book recommendations on genetics and bio hacking?

What are the working hours (approx) of BCG London? Is it true that WLB is ‘better’ in Northern Europe than Southern? (For example, Spain). And what would you say is/are the countries with the best WLB in MBB?

Any insight into Jackson Lewis NYC office? Compensation, billable hours, WLB? I would be a 2-3 year

To the post below- it is quiet, so I’ll bite!
Does anyone know about associate compensation at the regional Atlantic Canada firms? The the big ones have all been posting job ads for associates in the 3-5 year range. Any insight on salary and billable targets?

I want to take this moment to wish everyone a happy new year. Still on holiday vacation.

Paul Fredrick has some great summer colors for men dress shirts. Any way to grab them cheaper? Also, any other decent shirts with great “summery” colors? (Shades of orange/blue/pinks). 🙏 thanks

Anyone want to try and go to top golf this coming Friday night or Saturday night? Thinking the Mount Laurel location but Philadelphia works too.

Any recs on a good office chair for the back? Looking to spend <$350

I am a Chartered accountant and truth be told given the current times CA is a really low incentive education any potent person can get. Today I see engineers barely with a few years of experience earning lakhs per month. Whereas me despite being in the right place at the right time is working hard 10-11 hours each day even today. We as a forebearers of this profession must really rise together

Make body transformation possible at 31? Used to be athletic, now drink a 6 pack and say ready to party.

Does your school allow you to send out a supply list? I have to buy all the student supplies for my SPED classroom.

I met two of my three aides for the first time today and they have been nothing but miserable the entire day. How could I promote a more positive environment without directly calling them out?

How do you all feel since this distance learning began? What are your specific duties related to sped and how you’re providing services? Curious how it’s being done all over.

I feel like I'm at my wits end. I teach self-contained classes and according to the ISBE website my classes shouldn't be more than 8 students unless I have an aide - then it can be 10. I have no aide and most of my classes are around 14 kids. Some with behavior plans that are only out of our behavior room setting for my class... Is anybody else out there going through illegal class sizes for self-contained? How are you dealing? Maybe a vent session is in order.

I’ve just found I’m to teach middle school ALE, including one virtual student. Anyone have some helpful hints for me?

I have an 18 y.o. special ed. student who needs to practice his writing skills. He likes YugiOh and Dungeons & Dragons and a whole assortment of video games. Anyone have a pen pal to pair him w/?

I am teaching 4 sections of math this year. My school curriculum is IReady. Which find to be to complex and busy for SPED kids. Does anyone use an interactive notebook along with standard curriculum? If so what fo you use?

My students come to my class first every morning and are really hard to settle. They continue to carry on whatever they were doing on the bus. It takes about 20 min to get them settled down and doing the warm up and the class is only 45 min. Any tips?

Countdown... beginning now

Best Math Curriculum for SPED Math Class 5-8. My School provides me nothing.

Anyone else feeling less respected/ appreciated from Gen Ed teachers, you collaborate with? If so, how do you deal with this?

I have a principal with ZERO sped experience or knowledge observing and rating me. I got all distinguished last year from my AP. He gave me all basics & 2 unsat. He’s told us to not worry about goals

Hi!!!

What cheat sheets do you all use for writing IEP goals? Is it from the district?

I have a parent that I questioning the accommodations we are providing to her daughter. Accommodations can be amended but the student does not do any work at home. Help!

How do I effectively utilize my special ed ea?

Te a ching RSP/SAI. Any help on how

What IEP software/web service does your district use? My district has been converting from SEAS Achieve to SEAS Attain this year, but I’m curious about what else is out there.

What has been your greatest challenge this year and how have you overcome?

Is anyone in this group a K-2 VE teacher in Florida?